1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 115 kg more than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Cutlass | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
